Best 11 Green Beans With Blue Cheese Recipes

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Green beans, with their vibrant color and crisp texture, are a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. When paired with blue cheese, they create a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or an impressive main course, there's a green beans with blue cheese recipe out there to suit your needs. From classic casseroles to innovative salads, the possibilities are endless. So get ready to explore the world of green beans and blue cheese, and discover the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN GREEN BEANS WITH BLUE CHEESE



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My family loves vegetables, and I am always looking for new ways to spice them up. This recipe is one of our favorites for green beans. I use blue cheese, but feta or mozzarella can be substituted.

Provided by judy2304

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Combine beans, olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, and salt in a microwave-safe dish.
  • Cover and cook in the microwave on high, stirring twice, until beans are tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Stir in blue cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 313.2 mg, Sugar 2 g

SAUTEED GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND BLUE CHEESE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 1 to 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 ounces green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha or other hot sauce
Fresh lemon juice, as needed
2 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the butter and oil. When hot, add the green beans in one layer. When the beans are just beginning to color, stir them around and add the Worcestershire, sriracha and lemon juice. Cook until the beans are crisp-tender, a few more minutes. Transfer them to a plate, crumble over the blue cheese and serve.

GREEN BEANS WITH BLUE CHEESE



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I was a little hesitant when I first tried this recipe. My sons usually don't care for green beans, and I thought they wouldn't be fond of the blue cheese. To my pleasant surprise, they loved every bite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 teaspoons half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until combined. Gradually add oil in a steady stream, processing until smooth; set aside. , Place the beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and place in a serving bowl. Drizzle with the blue cheese mixture and sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

NUTTY GREENS WITH BACON AND BLUE CHEESE



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Kosher salt
1 pound haricots verts, trimmed
3 slices bacon
4 ounces blue cheese, cut into small chunks (recommended: Shropshire)
1 1/2 cups toasted whole pecans, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the haricots verts and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove the beans from the water and immediately place in a bowl of ice water. Remove the haricots verts from the ice water and set aside in a medium bowl.
  • In a large saute pan, over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove the bacon and place on paper towels. Add the beans to the bacon drippings and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the blue cheese and toss just until it starts to melt. Break the cooked bacon into bite-size pieces and add to pan. Finish by stirring in the toasted chopped pecans. Season with the freshly ground black pepper and just a tiny pinch of kosher salt. Serve immediately.

BLUE CHEESE GREEN BEANS



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Bacon, blue cheese and chopped nuts make this my mom's favorite way to enjoy green beans. I always prepare this side dish when she's coming for dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 bacon strips, diced
1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup chopped pecans
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , In the drippings, cook and stir the beans for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the blue cheese, pecans, pepper and bacon. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts :

GREEN BEAN AND BLEU CHEESE GRATIN



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A different way to do green bean casserole. Rich and decadent and not to be made often. Once or twice a year, spoil yourself with this indulgent dish! (From Chef John on About.com.)

Provided by jrtfan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
3 ounces blue cheese
1 pint heavy cream (no substitutes)
1/4 cup melted butter (no substitutes)
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Pre cook beans in lightly salted water about 5 to 6 minutes.
  • While beans are cooking, mix bread crumbs and butter.
  • Drain beans in bowl lined with paper towels to absorb moisture.
  • Put about 1/3 of the crumb mixture in bottom of lightly sprayed casserole dish.
  • Add green beans, crumbled bleu cheese and heavy cream.
  • Add the rest of crumb mixture and season to taste with pepper.
  • Bake at 350 for about 15 min.until bubbly.
  • Let rest for about 5 minute before serving, as it will be extremely hot and could burn your mouth!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 693.8, Fat 62.6, SaturatedFat 38.9, Cholesterol 209.5, Sodium 532.6, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 12

GREEN BEANS WITH BLUE CHEESE AND WALNUTS



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My family likes this recipe a lot, and it's part of our traditional Thanksgiving meal. If you make this ahead of time, wait and add the cheese right before serving, after reheating the beans. You can also serve the beans without the cheese and let guests add cheese when serving.

Provided by KiminyMe

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon cooking margarine
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Steam or cook green beans for about 5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add walnuts and saute for a minute or so, to soften the nuts and flavor the butter.
  • Add the cooked green beans and stir to coat beans with the flavored butter.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in the blue cheese and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 9.3, Sodium 99.6, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.4, Protein 3.2

BLUE CHEESE PECAN GREEN BEANS



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Make a delicious side dish with green beans and pecans - a tasty accompaniment to your dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons butter (do not use margarine)
3 oz blue cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place beans in 1 inch water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender; drain. Place in serving bowl; cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook pecans over medium heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until nuts begin to brown, then stirring constantly until nuts are golden brown and toasted. Place in small bowl; reserve.
  • In same 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Heat, stirring constantly about 6 minutes or until butter is golden brown. (Once the butter begins to brown, it browns very quickly and can bum, so use low heat and watch carefully.) Immediately remove from heat. Pour over beans; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and reserved pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

GREEN BEAN "ALMONDINE" WITH GARLIC AND BLUE CHEESE



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This variation of classic French green bean amandine includes roasted garlic and blue cheese for an extra kick.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 1h42m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 heads garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 teaspoon butter
⅓ cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
2 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Cut top 1/3 off garlic heads, exposing the cloves. Place garlic in the prepared baking dish cut side up. Pour olive oil over the garlic and season with salt. Fold up foil and seal to create a tight packet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a paring knife inserts easily into the center of a garlic clove, about 1 hour; set aside to cool. Once cool, remove each garlic clove from the skin. Reserve remaining olive oil.
  • Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil; add green beans and cook until bright green and nearly tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain beans and transfer to a large bowl of ice water to cool completely; drain well and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add almonds; cook and stir until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Toss green beans, roasted garlic and reserved olive oil, toasted almonds, and 1 tablespoon olive oil together in a large bowl; season with cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to a shallow baking dish and top with blue cheese.7
  • Bake until cheese is melted and beans are fully tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 171.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

GREEN BEANS, TOASTED PECANS, AND BLUE CHEESE



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Categories     Side     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Pecan     Green Bean     Summer     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Serves 2 as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons finely chopped shallot
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup pecans
3/4 pound green beans
1 1/2 ounces blue cheese such as Maytag

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk together mustard, vinegar, shallot, and 1/2 tablespoon oil to make dressing. In a small heavy skillet heat remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté pecans with salt to taste, stirring frequently, until a shade darker, about 1 minute. Transfer nuts to paper towels to drain and cool. Coarsely chop nuts.
  • Have ready a bowl of ice and cold water. In a large saucepan of boiling salted water blanch beans until just tender, about 3 minutes, and drain in a colander. Transfer beans to ice water, stirring until just cool. Drain beans well and add to dressing. Crumble blue cheese over beans and gently toss with half of nuts and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve beans at room temperature topped with remaining nuts.

GRILLED STEAK SALAD WITH GREEN BEANS AND BLUE CHEESE



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Categories     Salad     Olive     Tomato     Blue Cheese     Steak     Green Bean     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound slender green beans, trimmed
6 cups arugula (about 6 ounces)
4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 1/4 cups pitted Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives, halved
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 8- to 9-ounce New York steaks
1 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Cook green beans in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Combine beans, arugula, tomatoes, and olives in large bowl. Whisk 1/2 cup oil and vinegar in small bowl.
  • Brush steaks with remaining 1 tablespoon oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Cut steaks crosswise into strips.
  • Toss salad with enough dressing to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among 6 plates. Top with steak strips. Sprinkle cheese over.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and crisp. Avoid beans that are wilted or have brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans: Remove the ends of the beans and any tough strings. You can also cut the beans into smaller pieces if desired.
  • Blanch the green beans: Blanching the beans helps to preserve their color and crispness. To blanch the beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Make the blue cheese dressing: Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, milk, vinegar, and seasonings in a bowl. Stir until well combined.
  • Toss the green beans with the blue cheese dressing: Add the blanched green beans to the blue cheese dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Conclusion:

Green beans with blue cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or everyday meals. The combination of crisp green beans, creamy blue cheese dressing, and crunchy almonds is sure to please everyone at the table.

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